1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 826 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Edge |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
